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Music News: five record-store managers weigh in on Record Store Day

Shoppers browse the stacks at Lunchbox Records in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, July 29, 2018.
Shoppers browse the stacks at Lunchbox Records in Charlotte, N.C., on Sunday, July 29, 2018.Luke Taylor | MPR
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April 12, 2019

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With Saturday, April 13, being Record Store Day 2019, The Current's music news checked in with five record store managers across the country:

• Jason Hughes of Rock Paper Scissors Goods in Minneapolis
• Scott Wishert of Lunchbox Records in Charlotte, N.C.
• Nathaniel Mitchell of Wuxtry Records in Athens, Ga.
• Anna Lundy of Grimey's New and Preloved Music in Nashville
• Steve Young of Record Wonderland in Roselle, Ill., near Chicago

Each of these record-store operators shared their thoughts about what is, next to the holiday-shopping season, the biggest day of the year. They also talked about what activities they have planned and about some of the special Record Store Day releases they themselves are most looking forward to. Plus, they share a few bits of advice for vinyl enthusiasts heading out on Record Store Day.

Music in this episode:
Jahzzar: "Comedie" (CC BY 4.0)
Jesse Spillane: "Dance Rocket" (CC BY 4.0)